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Patent GB-2412198-A (GB)
Title: Network system control
Inventor: OEDA SHIGETO
IPC: G06F13/00
Filed: 2004-05-17
Abstract: An information processing apparatus is used in a network (108) including an information apparatus compatible with the universal-plug-and-play (UPnP) discovery and control method and an information apparatus compatible with the Web based discovery and control method and includes a browser support unit (307) for converting the Web based discovery and control method to the UPnP discovery and control method and a server support unit (308) for converting the UPnP discovery and control method to the Web based discovery and control method. The information apparatus compatible with the UPnP discovery and control method and the information apparatus compatible with the Web based discovery and control method can acquire device information from each other and control the device (107) by each other.
Patent GB-2403749-A (GB)
Title: Expansion apparatus
Inventor: METCALFE PAUL DAVID
IPC: E21B43/10
Filed: 2004-07-07
Abstract: An expansion apparatus 10 for expanding a portion of a tubular 24 comprises at least two expansion members 16, 18, 20 for selective deployment against the wall 26 of the tubular. The expansion apparatus 10 may be controlled to select a first expansion member 16 to be deployed and then operated to expand a section of the tubular. The deployed expansion member 16 may then be retracted and a second expansion member 18 deployed so that a further section of the tubular is expanded. Also disclosed is an expansion device comprising at least one set of expansion members, wherein at least one of the expansion members can be selected to function as the lead member during expansion of the expansion device.
Patent GB-2417709-A (GB)
Title: Document such as a greetings card having an integral fluid container.
Inventor: MARTIN THOMAS ADAM
IPC: B42D15/04
Filed: 2004-09-02
Abstract: The greetings card, promotional card, post card, novelty card, gift card has container compartment 108 containing a flowable material. This may be a liquid, such as an alcoholic beverage, perfume, scented fluid or gas, or particulate material such as granules, powder or cream or suspension, lotion or ointment, bath salts or spices. Container 108 comprises two panels of impermeable flexible transparent or translucent membrane, sealed around the edges. It lies parallel to a panel 103 of wing 102 of the card, and may lie between panel 103 and flap 105. It may extend across both wings of the card (figure 4); each wing may have one or more containers (figures 5,6). It can be drained through outlet 111, opened by tearing along a line of weakness. This may be shaped for placing to a person's mouth. The container is visible through aperture 110; absorbent material 109 absorbs any leakage. The container may contain an object which floats in the liquid contents (figure 3).
Patent GB-2419024-A (GB)
Title: Endoscopic procedure simulation.
Inventor: LIM MICHAEL WEE-KONG
IPC: G09B23/28
Filed: 2004-10-08
Abstract: A simulation system for use in training an operative to use a flexible endoscope, such as a fibre optic bronchoscope, which is effective, adaptable and relatively inexpensive. A "box" (10) mimics the anatomical space into which the endoscope is to be passed and manipulated. The box (10) has an end plate (14) with an orifice (18) through which the tip of the flexible tube (20) of the endoscope can be passed into the space defined by the box interior. The flexible tube cooperates with a carriage assembly (24) that moves up and down in the box (10) with movement of the tube (20), and a camera (40) is suspended below the carriage assembly (24) facing the tip of the tube (20). Images captured by the camera (40) are fed to a computer system for processing so as to measure the movement of the tube (20) and display a simulated view of the movement on a screen.
Patent GB-2420303-A (GB)
Title: Reversible socket ratchet wrench
Inventor: MCCORMACK CRAIG IAN
IPC: B25B23/00
Filed: 2005-01-19
Abstract: A reversible socket wrench having a tool receiving head portion (3; 3a, figure 7) including a reversible ratchet (6; 6a, figure 7) and associated tool receiving driving stud (7) for selectively turning a tool (21, figure 7) clockwise or anticlockwise, the head portion being connected to a main handle portion (2) via a pivot (5) having an axis coincident with but transverse to the rotational axis of the tool driving stud, thereby permitting the handle to rotate about a common plane on either side of the ratchet and tool driving stud. With this arrangement, rather than the handle swivelling about an axis adjacent to but offset from the axis of rotation of the tool driving stud and associated ratchet, it instead rotates about an axis coincident therewith but transverse thereto, thereby permitting the handle to be used on either side of e.g. a threaded nut which may otherwise be difficult to access due to the presence of obstructions. At least one further arm (9) may be provided at the free end of the main handle portion (2). Differing ratchet mechanisms (6; 6a, figure 7) are disclosed.
Patent GB-2422641-A (GB)
Title: Vane having sealing part with a cavity
Inventor: AU ANDY CHE-YEUNG
IPC: F04D29/16
Filed: 2005-01-28
Abstract: A gas turbine engine vane comprises an aerofoil part 112 and a sealing part 114 which defines a cavity 122 and an opening 130 to the cavity. The opening may be in the form of a slot dividing an end face 121 into two parts, and the end face may be provided with abradable material for engagement with sealing fins 128, which may be provided on a rotor drum surface 126. Vane segments, comprising a plurality of aerofoil pads, may be mounted to a compressor casing to form a continuous ring, the cavities of each segment communicating to define a continuous annular passage.
Patent GB-2422857-A (GB)
Title: Control of water production in a well
Inventor: KOTLAR HANS KRISTIAN
IPC: E21B43/22
Filed: 2005-02-02
Abstract: This invention provides a method of controlling water in a subterranean formation, said method comprising contacting said formation with a water control treatment agent which comprises an organosilane in an amount effective to reduce the water permeability of at least part of said formation. At the same time, any decrease in the overall hydrocarbon (e.g. oil) permeability of said formation is preferably minimised.
Patent GB-2424342-A (GB)
Title: Mobile Handset Security System
Inventor: ORMSON RICHARD
IPC: H04M1/72463
Filed: 2005-02-23
Abstract: A system and method for controlling the operation of master and/or slave electronic devices (1, 3, 5, 7, 9) depending on the slave electronic devices (1, 3, 7, 9) linked to a master electronic device (5). The master electronic device identifies the slave electronic devices by means of identifiers allotted to them. In the disclosed embodiment a mobile phone handset is the master device and mobile phone accessories are slave devices. Operation of the mobile handset is restricted to when it is linked with one or more of the accessories. This prevent unauthorised use of the mobile terminal.
Patent GB-2423730-A (GB)
Title: Abdomen exercise device
Inventor: RIOSA WALTER
IPC: A63B21/068
Filed: 2005-03-05
Abstract: This device is specifically for conditioning the lower body region including the abdominal muscles and legs. The device has a central column 2 which secures a pivot arm 7 carrying an upper leg support member 14, in which the arm is maintained at a specific angle to the column major axis by a push rod 8 and the device additionally includes a foot rest 16. The member 14 will then serve to support beneath the knees and upper legs of the user. This provides a lightweight and portable exercise device which will benefit many users including particularly those training for competitive dinghy sailing.
Patent GB-2425207-A (GB)
Title: Service request system
Inventor: TEICHMAN KATIE LOUISE
IPC: G08C17/02
Filed: 2005-04-15
Abstract: A service request system comprises a number of request units 5 located within a service area, a number of receivers 4, a location unit 3 and a display. Each request unit 5 has a manual control and wireless radio transmitter and sends a radio request for service in response to operation of the manual control. Each receiver 4 which receives a request for service reports reception of the request for service to the location unit 3. The location unit derives the location of the sending request unit within the service area and shows this location on the display.
Patent GB-2413345-A (GB)
Title: Casing with isolated annular space
Inventor: KRISTIANSEN EINAR
IPC: E21B43/11
Filed: 2003-12-15
Abstract: The invention is comprised of (see fig. 1) an inner pipe (2), and an outer pipe (3), and two end subs (1). An isolated circular hollowed space is contained in between these components. The isolated space can be used for transport of different medias down into the well, this can be vacuum, air, gas, acids, solids, tracers, or other well stimulating medias. The end subs (1) can be connected to the casing in the well and become an integrated part of the casing. The invention can be cemented on the outside like the casing can. The invention can be perforated after installed in the well.
Patent GB-2430164-A (GB)
Title: Pet feeding apparatus and foodstuff
Inventor: BRAUSS MICHAEL
IPC: A01K5/01
Filed: 2005-09-16
Abstract: Apparatus 10 for providing foodstuff 16 to an animal, e.g. a pet cat or dog, comprises base 12 and support 14, e.g. a pole, shaft or spring. The lower surface of base 12 may be curved, e.g. spherical, cylindrical or egg-shaped. Base 12 may include wheels (not shown), and/or may include a device (not shown) for emitting noise when the base is moved, e.g. a bell, buzzer or rattle. The apparatus may be self-righting, and/or base 12 may be edible. Foodstuff 16 may be shaped to resemble a mouse, bird, rabbit, snake or bone. In one embodiment (fig. 2), support 14 is integral with foodstuff 16, is edible, and locates in a recess 18 of base 12. In another embodiment (fig. 3), support 14 and base 12 are integral, and support 14 locates in a recess 20 of foodstuff 16. In a further embodiment (fig. 4), support 14, base 12 and foodstuff 16 are separately attachable components, with support 14 being edible. Foodstuff 16 may comprise a snack or a complete meal for an animal. A foodstuff configured for support on a base is also claimed.
Patent GB-2420829-A (GB)
Title: A fuel injector regulator with combined initial injection rate and peak injection pressure regulation
Inventor: JIANG HE
IPC: F02M45/08
Filed: 2005-12-02
Abstract: A fuel injector regulator having combined initial injection and peak injection pressure regulation. The fuel injector regulator includes a rate shaping valve 100 movably supported within a valve bore between a closed position and an open position to regulate a rate of injected fuel. The regulator further includes a waste gate valve 102 having a body movably supported within a bore of the rate shaping valve and between a closed position and an open position to regulate the pressure of injected fuel.
Patent GB-2422223-A (GB)
Title: Enumerating a memory device as a human interface device to overcome system administrator blockage
Inventor: POO TENG PIN
IPC: G06F3/06
Filed: 2005-12-20
Abstract: A memory device 24 (e.g. a USB memory device) has a non-volatile memory 54 (e.g. disk drive or flash memory) comprising a protected or private area 56 and a public area 58. Memory device 24 has connector 48 (e.g. a USB or IEEE 1394 connector), interface 50 and controller 52. When memory device 24 is connected to a host computer, a host computer operating system or application may block access to or not recognize private area 56 because of administration rights or privileges set by a system administrator (13, Fig. 1) i.e. the protected area is in an administrative privilege environment. To overcome this problem, memory device 24 enumerates (with a configuration descriptor) as a composite device that has two interfaces in one device, i.e. one as a mass storage device (for public area 58) and one as a human interface device (for private area 56). Because private area 56 is enumerated as a human interface device, the device 24 operates in a non-administrative privilege environment and the system administrator (13) is not able to block access to protected area 56.
Patent GB-2434044-A (GB)
Title: Backlight module control circuit of multi-lamp display device
Inventor: LEE CHIH-LIANG
IPC: H05B37/03
Filed: 2006-01-05
Abstract: A backlight module control circuit comprises a control circuit 10, lamp driving circuits 20 and a fault detection unit 40. When fault detection unit 40 detects that one of lamps 30 is out of order it outputs a control signal that causes the driving circuit 20 of the failure lamp to be shut down, and continue to maintain an operation of the other, normal, lamps. After shutting down the failure lamp, control unit 10 may enhance the operation current flowing through the normal lamps. Lamps 30 may be connected to ground through a resistor 32 and control unit 10 may be a microprocessor. Each of the lamp driving circuits 20 may comprise a PWM controller. Outputs of fault detection unit 40 may be connected to lamp driving circuits (20a, figure 2) to shut down a failure lamp where the controller is a PWM controller (50, figure 2). The lamps may be used to back light a flat panel display device such as a liquid crystal display (LCD).
Patent GB-2422827-A (GB)
Title: Cleaving apparatus for optical fibre
Inventor: MURGATROYD IAN
IPC: G02B6/25
Filed: 2006-02-06
Abstract: A cleaving apparatus (20) for cleaving a strand (12) of an optical fiber (10), which strand protrudes from the coating (14) of the optical fiber and is clamped into position for cleaving. The apparatus including a first clamping portion (30) for clamping the coating of the optical fiber; and a second clamping portion (24) for clamping the strand protruding from the coating; and a cleaving portion (26) for cleaving the protruding strand; the first clamping portion being positioned and configured to restrain the curvature of the fiber generally axially adjacent protruding strand. Further disclosed is a method of cleaving a strand of an optical fiber.
Patent GB-2420733-A (GB)
Title: Molten metal feed system,container, and vehicle
Inventor: MIZUNO HITOSHI
IPC: B22D41/50
Filed: 2005-07-20
Abstract: [PROBLEMS] To prevent a molten metal remaining in a pipe from being dripped from the pipe immediately after the supply of the molten metal is stopped. [MEANS FOR SOLVING PROBLEMS] This molten metal feed system comprises a container having a closed type container body capable of storing the molten metal and having a passage for leading a pressure gas from the outside therein, the pipe with downward guide port for guiding the molten metal stored in the container body to the outside, a molten metal receiving pan allowed to position on the lower side of the guide port of the pipe, a holding member having a pivot on the pipe and rotatably holding the receiving pan, a wire connected, at one end, to the receiving pan or the holding member, and a pair of channel members installed on the bottom face of the container body along a first direction and a vehicle having a fork extracted from and inserted into the channel members, a carriage on which the fork is installed, a lifting mechanism lifting the carriage, and a mechanism installed in the carriage and pulling and returning the wire at the other end.
Patent GB-2424949-A (GB)
Title: Controlling the vertical and horizontal positions of streamers in an over/under configuration
Inventor: TVEIDE TALLAK
IPC: B63B21/66
Filed: 2006-04-05
Abstract: A system for marine seismic surveying comprises an array of shallower streamers 2' and deeper streamers 2 in an over/under configuration. Remotely controlled orientation devices 22 (e.g. birds, cable controllers, streamer control devices, deflectors) are attached to the streamers to independently control the horizontal and vertical position of the streamers. The orientation devices may be releasably attached to the streamers.
Patent GB-2424225-A (GB)
Title: Method for controlling exhaust emissions from direct injection homogeneous charge compression ignition engines
Inventor: SOBOTOWSKI RAFAL A
IPC: F02M1/16
Filed: 2005-04-27
Abstract: A method is disclosed for controlling exhaust emissions from direct injected homogeneous charge compression ignition engines by combusting therein a fuel having a cetane number equal to or less than 50, and aromatic content equal to or greater than 15wt%.
Patent GB-2423040-A (GB)
Title: A Rotary Chamfering Tool
Inventor: LARWOOD MICHAEL EDWARD JOHN
IPC: B24D7/18
Filed: 2004-10-21
Abstract: A rotary tool for chamfering the end regions of pipes or the like, the tool consists of a collar, one surface of which incorporates abrasive means and allows mating engagement, when in use, with a corresponding article destined for chamfering, and a spigot central to the collar, incorporating means facilitating gripping of the spigot by a drill chuck, characterised by the feature that the tool comprises just the collar, the spigot and the necessary radial webs connecting the one to the other.
Patent GB-2438449-A (GB)
Title: Control of data processing in dependence on detection of motion in an image region associated with a processor control function
Inventor: CAMPBELL DIARMID ACHIBALD
IPC: G06F3/048
Filed: 2006-05-24
Abstract: Data processing apparatus arranged to receive successive images from a video camera comprises means for detecting inter-image motion for selected points in an image region associated with a control function of the data processing apparatus; and means for executing the control function if inter-image motion is detected in the image region; in which the detecting means is arranged to detect inter-image motion by detecting the cumulative inter-image motion for the points in the image region over a group of m consecutive images, where m is at least three. The control function may be used to control a function of a games machine. In a described embodiment a screen icon associated with a game control function is displayed on an image. On detection of motion in the image region containing the screen icon, the associated game control function is initiated. In a further embodiment, the detecting means is arranged to select points in a current image which correspond with points in a preceding image which themselves correspond with the points in the current image, and to deselect points in the current image whose corresponding points do not coincide.
Patent GB-2440958-A (GB)
Title: Method of correcting map data for use in navigation systems
Inventor: HILBRANDIE GEERT
IPC: G01C21/32
Filed: 2006-08-15
Abstract: An end-user can input a correction to a map error, directly on the device. The device is then able to use the correction without external processing of the correction. Hence, it is no longer necessary for an end-user to simply report errors to the map vendor over a web link, then wait for that map vendor to verify the error, update its maps and finally supply the end- user with updates - a cycle that can take months and sometimes years to complete. Instead, the navigation device can use the correction immediately. End-users can also share corrections with other end-users and also with a shared remote server that aggregates the corrections.
Patent GB-2442799-A (GB)
Title: A remotely actuated security band
Inventor: TODD ROBERT EDMUND
IPC: E05B67/00
Filed: 2006-10-12
Abstract: A security band 10 has a lock assembly 12 and can be mounted to an ATM (Automatic Telling Machine) 2 such that the band prevents access to the lock of the door 6 of the ATM and reinforces the housing of the ATM . The lock assembly 12 is located within a housing 22 to prevent unauthorized access and is operable by remote signalling means. An electrically operated bolt can be used which is actuated by a signal from, for example, a remote RF transmitter. The bolt engages a portion 16 mounted to the band by means of a secure hinge which is provided with interengaging protective plate portions. The band can be applied to similar devices such as vending machines.
Patent GB-2432397-A (GB)
Title: A clamp for securing a circuit board
Inventor: HANSFORD KEITH MICHAEL
IPC: F16B2/06
Filed: 2006-10-24
Abstract: A clamp for securing a circuit board 10 beneath a stencil whilst solder is printed onto pads 11 on the circuit board 10, comprises a mount 12 and an elongate clamping member 17, in the form of a metal strip, mounted in a mouth 18 of the of the mount 12. A longitudinal side edge of the clamping member 17 extends outwardly from the side surface of the mount 12, the upper surface of the clamping member 17 lying in substantially the same plane as the upper surface of the mount 12. The projecting longitudinal side edge of the clamping member 17 comprises a plurality of frangible regions 22a, 22b defined between etched lines 21, which can be broken off so that the clamping member 17 only engages points on the side edge of the circuit board 10 which are free of pads 11.
Patent GB-2444090-A (GB)
Title: Elecrical conductor
Inventor: LEE DAVID PETER
IPC: H01B1/00
Filed: 2006-11-24
Abstract: A hybrid electrical conductor is constructed from metal 1 and relatively low resistive non-metallic or low concentration metallic matter 3. The parallel construction of 1 and 3 has an overall effect of reducing the electrical resistance of the combined conductors, therefore allowing an increase in current flow. There is at least one metal conductor 1 constructed electrically in parallel with relatively low resistive nonmetallic or low concentration metallic matter 3. The metal conductor 1 and relatively low resistive non-metallic or low concentration metallic matter 3 are suitable for their operating environment.
Patent GB-2430236-A (GB)
Title: Gas flow enhancer for combustion engines
Inventor: CUMMINS CRAIG D
IPC: F01N3/36
Filed: 2005-03-07
Abstract: A gas flow enhancer for a combustion engine includes a housing, configured to receive an inlet flow of gas at an inlet pressure, and enclosing an expansion chamber. Disposed within the expansion chamber are a set of inner vanes and outer vanes, and a flow separator. The outer vanes are disposed outside the flow separator and produce an outer helical flow of the gas. The inner vanes are disposed within the flow separator and produce an inner helical flow of the gas, the inner helical flow having a higher velocity and lower pressure than the outer helical flow. The outer helical flow and inner helical flow are recombined at an outlet of the expansion chamber so as to produce an outlet laminar flow profile having a lower average pressure than the inlet pressure.
Patent GB-2445364-A (GB)
Title: OTDR fibre optic intrusion detection
Inventor: STRONG ANDREW PETER
IPC: G01L1/24
Filed: 2006-12-29
Abstract: An intrusion detection system (10) for monitoring a premises includes at least one optical cable (19) having at least one optical fibre (17) that extends about the premises. Optical time domain reflectometry (OTDR) means (21) is operably coupled to opposite first and second ends of the fibre. The OTDR means includes first signal processing circuitry (23) that analyzes the backscatter signal received via the first end of the optical fibre in order to detect an intrusion of the premises, and second signal processing circuitry (23) that analyzes the backscatter signal received via the second end of the fibre in order to detect an intrusion of the premises. The system further includes means for detecting a break in the at least one fibre, for identifying location of the break, for outputting to a user the location of the break, and for raising an alarm (29) indicating the break. The system can continue to operate without interruption in the event of a break or damage to the optical fibre.